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5 HAZMAT Violations That Will Get You in Hot Water With the DOT

Hauling hazardous materials (HAZMAT) takes special skill and care. Unfortunately, each year, the Department of Transportation catches many companies taking this responsibility too lightly. In this blog, we’ll be looking at five of the most common violations they cite. Make sure your fleet is prepared before problems can arise in your organization. Violation No. 1: […]

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Trailer Lighting: What Role It Plays in Road Safety, and How Drivers Can Help

Bad lighting can often play a role in car accidents. It can cause property damage and even loss of life. And if you’re in the trucking business, it can have long-lasting financial impacts that go well beyond the accident itself. Most drivers are familiar with the amber warning lights that activate on a truck’s trailer

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6 Reasons Women Truck Drivers Have Tripled In Numbers

More and more women are choosing to become truck drivers with the percentage of those in the industry tripling over the last 15 years. There are many reasons for this, but the most common one is that women are looking for a profession that offers them financial stability and independence. Truck driving is a great

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4 Ways to Minimize Fleet Downtime: Reduce Costs and Save Time

Downtime is a fleet manager’s worst nightmare. When vehicles are out of commission, it costs money in terms of lost productivity and repairs. In fact, one study pegs the annual loss at around $3.3 billion industry-wide. In this blog post, we will discuss four ways to minimize downtime and keep your fleet running smoothly! 1.

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NHTSA Updates Rear Impact Guard Standards

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced new rear impact guard standards that were finalized on July 7, 2022. These new standards are designed to improve the safety of commercial vehicles involved in rear-end collisions. According to the NHTSA, the updated standards will help reduce fatalities and serious injuries resulting from such collisions.

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Predictive Maintenance on Heavy-Duty Trucks: How to Keep Your Fleet Running Smoothly

Maintaining a fleet of heavy-duty trucks is a big job. Between the constant wear and tear on the vehicles and the ever-changing regulations, it can be difficult to keep track of everything. That’s where predictive maintenance comes in. Predictive maintenance is a strategy that uses data analytics to identify potential issues with the equipment before

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How to Back Up a Semi-Truck Trailer: 5 Tips for Safe and Successful Driving

It’s not as easy as it looks! You can tell that by a large number of insurance claims that trucking companies file each year due to issues backing up trailers. Backing up a semi-truck trailer can be a tricky process, especially if you’re not used to it. In this blog post, we’ll provide some tips

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Jumpstarting a Heavy-Duty Vehicle: The Ultimate Guide

Heavy-duty vehicles are those that are built to tow or carry heavy loads. They require a greater amount of power to start than passenger vehicles and so may need a jumpstart from time to time. If you are unsure whether your heavy-duty vehicle needs a jumpstart, there are certain signs you can look for. In

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Monthly Fleet Inspections: 6 Reasons They Keep You Profitable

Monthly fleet inspections are an important part of keeping your business running smoothly and profitably. Without them, your vehicles could develop problems that could lead to costly repairs or even accidents. In fact, vehicle accidents account for $230.6 billion in damages annually in the US alone. Many could have been avoided with proper care. As

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